Memorial Park, Port of Spain
Memorial Park is a revered urban park located in upper Downtown Port of Spain. Dedicated to the memory of Trinidadian veterans who served in World War I and World War II, it stands as a testament to the courage and sacrifice of those who fought in these global conflicts. Its central location, just south of the Queen’s Park Savannah and adjacent to notable landmarks like the National Academy for the Performing Arts and the National Museum and Art Gallery, makes it one of the city's most visited urban spaces.
At the heart of the park lies a stately cenotaph, crafted from Portland stone and bronze, set atop four granite steps. This commanding monument features intricately detailed bronze panels engraved with the names of Trinidad and Tobago nationals who lost their lives in the two World Wars. Each element of the cenotaph tells a story of bravery, service, and sacrifice.
The cenotaph's front embodies "Courage" with a soldier guarding a dying comrade, while its sides feature ship prows with female figures symbolizing naval contributions: one reading a "Scroll of Fame" and the other, a Red Cross nurse, holding a laurel wreath. At the rear, a collection of trophies enhances its solemnity.
Crowning the column is a winged figure of "Victory," cast in bronze, standing atop a globe. This figure bears the wreath of sacrifice in one hand and the victor's palm in the other, embodying both the grief of loss and the triumph of peace.
The cenotaph’s base is adorned with a carved stone frieze, featuring lion heads at each corner, further enhancing the monument's dignity. Surrounded by serene greenery, Memorial Park offers a tranquil space for reflection while honoring the indomitable spirit of those who served their nation.
At the heart of the park lies a stately cenotaph, crafted from Portland stone and bronze, set atop four granite steps. This commanding monument features intricately detailed bronze panels engraved with the names of Trinidad and Tobago nationals who lost their lives in the two World Wars. Each element of the cenotaph tells a story of bravery, service, and sacrifice.
The cenotaph's front embodies "Courage" with a soldier guarding a dying comrade, while its sides feature ship prows with female figures symbolizing naval contributions: one reading a "Scroll of Fame" and the other, a Red Cross nurse, holding a laurel wreath. At the rear, a collection of trophies enhances its solemnity.
Crowning the column is a winged figure of "Victory," cast in bronze, standing atop a globe. This figure bears the wreath of sacrifice in one hand and the victor's palm in the other, embodying both the grief of loss and the triumph of peace.
The cenotaph’s base is adorned with a carved stone frieze, featuring lion heads at each corner, further enhancing the monument's dignity. Surrounded by serene greenery, Memorial Park offers a tranquil space for reflection while honoring the indomitable spirit of those who served their nation.
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Memorial Park on Map
Sight Name: Memorial Park
Sight Location: Port of Spain, Trinidad and Tobago (See walking tours in Port of Spain)
Sight Type: Park/Outdoor
Sight Location: Port of Spain, Trinidad and Tobago (See walking tours in Port of Spain)
Sight Type: Park/Outdoor
Walking Tours in Port of Spain, Trinidad and Tobago
Create Your Own Walk in Port of Spain
Creating your own self-guided walk in Port of Spain is easy and fun. Choose the city attractions that you want to see and a walk route map will be created just for you. You can even set your hotel as the start point of the walk.
Port of Spain Introduction Walk
Port of Spain was once the site of a fishing village of Amerindian people. It was called "Place of the silk cotton trees." By 1560, a Spanish garrison was stationed in the area. By 1757, the village had changed to the capital of the Port of Spain.
The last Spanish governor of Trinidad, Don Jose Chacon, opened the colony to French Catholic immigrants. The population grew and the town... view more
Tour Duration: 1 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 1.7 Km or 1.1 Miles
The last Spanish governor of Trinidad, Don Jose Chacon, opened the colony to French Catholic immigrants. The population grew and the town... view more
Tour Duration: 1 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 1.7 Km or 1.1 Miles
Historic Buildings Walking Tour
A group of mansions in northern Port of Spain, located on Maraval Road, to the west of the Queen's Park Savannah, is known colloquially as “The Magnificent Seven”. They were built between 1902 and 1910 on the land that was previously used as a government stock farm. Together with the nearby President's House, the official residence of the President of Trinidad and Tobago, which is... view more
Tour Duration: 1 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 1.1 Km or 0.7 Miles
Tour Duration: 1 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 1.1 Km or 0.7 Miles